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$78+ Cheap flights from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — IST
mar 30 — abr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated março 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$230

Good round-trip deal

$585 or less

Good one-way deal

$413 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Milan Malpensa-Istanbul flight deals.
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From Milan Malpensa to Istanbul
One-way flight from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Malpensa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malpensa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on março 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 6/51:25 pmMXP - IST
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
ter 6/104:35 amIST - MXP
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$149
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 10/49:25 amMXP - IST
1 stop17h 05mAir Serbia
dom 10/53:40 pmIST - MXP
1 stop5h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/24$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 3/288:30 amMXP - IST
1 stop13h 45mWizz Air
ter 4/89:10 amIST - MXP
1 stop13h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 3/24$225
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 6/226:30 amMXP - IST
1 stop13h 50mLufthansa
dom 6/292:00 pmIST - MXP
1 stop10h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 3/24$229
This Transavia Smart Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Transavia Smart Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 6/136:00 pmMXP - IST
1 stop8h 15mTransavia France
qua 6/188:00 pmIST - MXP
1 stop17h 15mTransavia France
Deal found 3/24$235
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 10/68:10 pmMXP - IST
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
qui 10/912:10 pmIST - MXP
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/24$239
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 5/177:25 pmMXP - IST
1 stop5h 55mAegean Airlines
seg 5/194:35 amIST - MXP
1 stop14h 55mAegean Airlines
Deal found 3/25$243
This Croatia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Croatia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 10/310:10 amMXP - IST
2 stops37h 00mCroatia Airlines
dom 10/55:05 amIST - MXP
2 stops29h 05mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 3/24$295
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 4/227:40 pmMXP - IST
1 stop27h 10mLOT
sáb 4/261:55 pmIST - MXP
1 stop20h 50mLOT
Deal found 3/24$327

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated março 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Malpensa

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

qui 6/5

1:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 25m

Istanbul

ter 6/10

4:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$149

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

dom 6/22

6:30 am-9:20 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Istanbul

dom 6/29

2:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$229

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

sex 6/13

6:00 pm-3:15 am

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul

qua 6/18

8:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$235

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

qui 5/8

9:25 am-3:30 am

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

qui 5/15

4:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$237

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

sáb 5/17

7:25 pm-2:20 am

1 stop5h 55m

Istanbul

seg 5/19

4:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$243

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

ter 5/20

6:50 am-10:50 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

qui 5/22

6:50 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$245

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

qui 7/17

1:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

dom 7/27

5:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$278

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

ter 4/22

7:40 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Istanbul

sáb 4/26

1:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop20h 50m

$327

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

dom 9/21

5:55 am-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$78

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

seg 6/2

8:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop11h 20m

$103

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Compare providers for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Malpensa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MXP to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated março 25, 2025.

When flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated março 25, 2025.

The most flights from MXP to IST are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated março 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Norwegian and LOT from Milan to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($229), Transavia France ($235), and Air Serbia ($237) offers the cheapest pricing from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. Lufthansa is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $103 on Sky Express. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Norwegian from $115 and Wizz Air from $118 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Thai Airways (79%), Royal Jordanian (77%) or IndiGo (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $192. While the most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul) can be booked for $143 on average our data indicates $613 when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Malpensa to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$198Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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